Planting in April marks the beginning of a new gardening season, filled with possibilities for both vegetables and flowers.

Here’s a summary of what experienced gardeners advise planting in the garden in April:

Vegetables:

  • Cold-resistant: radish, spinach, lettuce, peas, parsley, dill, sorrel.
  • Medium resistant: carrots, beets, turnips, rutabagas.
  • Heat-loving: seedlings of tomatoes, peppers, eggplants (if shelter is available).

Green:

  • Dill, parsley, lettuce, spinach, sorrel, arugula, basil, mint, lemon balm.

Flowers:

  • Annuals: marigolds, calendula, nasturtium, poppies, cornflowers, cosmea, lavatera.
  • Perennials: peonies, irises, lilies, delphiniums, lupins, phloxes.

Soil Preparation:

  • Remove weeds from the beds.
  • Dig or loosen the soil.
  • Apply organic fertilizers such as compost or humus.
  • Level the soil.

Sowing Dates:

  • Check the gardener’s calendar for your region and familiarize yourself with the recommended sowing dates.

Crop Care:

  • Ensure regular watering.
  • Weed the beds as needed.
  • Loosen the soil to improve aeration.
  • Feed the plants as necessary.

Frost Protection:

  • Despite the warmer weather in April, be prepared for potential frost by having covering materials like agrofibre or film on hand to protect tender seedlings.

April is an exciting time to kick off the gardening season and nurture a thriving garden. With proper care and attention, you can look forward to a bountiful harvest of vegetables and an array of beautiful flowers to adorn your garden. Remember to embrace experimentation and enjoy the creative process of gardening!

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